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  Marking the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri comes the most awaited reveal from the makers of the epic saga ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, helmed by the visionary Nag Ashwin. Taking to social media, the makers of the sci-fi spectacle unveiled the character name of the film’s lead star Prabhas as ‘Bhairava’. Introducing ‘Bhairava’ to audiences, team ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ wished everyone a very Happy Maha Shivaratri! With the big reveal, fans of the actor and the film have been sharing their excitement about the same on the internet.  Announcing the same on social media, Team ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ shared a picture of Prabhas as ‘Bhairava’ and wrote, “From the future streets of Kasi, Introducing 'BHAIRAVA' from #Kalki2898AD. #Prabhas #Kalki2898ADonMay9” Looking every bit badass, Prabhas is seen sporting an all-black ensemble, complete with a cape, while seated in a factory-like setting, heightening curiosity about the film’s storyline. Meanwhile, it was only recently when lead star Prabhas, along w...

 Senthil ( Maaran) and Shankar ( Dinesh) are brothers who are not on talking terms. One day they are summoned by the cops who reveal that their aged mother J Baby ( Urvashi)  is in a police station in West Bengal. They are told to go and fetch her back and are heavily reprimanded for neglecting her When the brothers reach the Kolkata police station, a surprise awaits them. Their mother has been sent off to a Women Vagrants Home. They have to wait another day to go there.  All along, they are helped by a good samaritain Armyman who hails from TN, who was contacted by the cops as he knows Tamil.     The next day when they reach the Home, they are not allowed entry due to it being a holiday. Again they have to wait a day.  The next day things get worse. J Baby has disappeared from the Home! Where is their mother? How can they find her? Who is J Baby? How did she land up in Kolkata all the way from Chennai? Why are these brothers not talking to each other? Do t...

 Arumapatti is a village where people are ostracised and punished if anyone in the family marries outsiders, that too, from another caste. Despite such a history, a youngster Sakthivel (Pavan) does a registered marriage with his bride  ( Meghana Ellen)  from another caste, who ĥe had fallen for in his school days. The villagers punish  his family  and tell them they can only stay in the village if they never  speak to him again.  Not only that, the bride's brother too is against the wedding and goes to the police.  What, happens to the couple? Can Sakthivel live without the loving care of his family whom he is close to? Does  the bride's family accept them? Or are they in danger from casteist elements? The director has reportedly based his film on a real village where such rules are still followed. The anecdotes too are reportedly taken from his own life.  The narration travels effectively , bringing out the the various layers of the sto...

Guardian, a thrilling revenge drama with supernatural elements, is Hansika's next  film. Hansika plays an interior designer who grows up thingking she is unlucky. She comes to Chennai for a job in a prestigious company where she finds one day that things have changed. Now, whatever she thinks strongly or says out loud with feeling, actually comes true. At first she is happy with the positive change. But soon things go out of hand, and when people start dying because of what she said or thought, she goes to a psychologist to seek help.   Soon things begin to go south in her life and she discovers the root cause. Apparently an avenging spirit of young mother who was killed by her own company bosses and their friends has entered her body and is now seeking revenge. Who was that mother ( Diya)? Why was she killed? Does she accomplish her goals ? What happens when the truth comes out? The film turns out to be a stylishly made, slick supernatural thriller with suspense, humor, emoti...

Nalla Perai Vanga Vendum Pillaigale is a take on modern concepts of love, friendship and understanding of the opposite sex, narrated with humor, emotions and a contemporary feel. Ravichandran (Senthur Pandian) is a youth from a small town who spends his time on social media, his close friends and  hooking up with girls when he can.  One time,  he happens to meet Arasi ( Preethy Karan) on social media. On a whim, he decides to ride on a motorbike with his friend, all the way to another town,  to give her a gift on her birthday. When she is surprised and invites him home, he is convinced he can score with her,  as her parents are away.  Imagine his surprise when he grandmom is home instead.  But still,  he feels upbeat when Arasi agrees to take a ride with him to a nearby town of Poompuhar. Once there,  Ravi tries to kiss her,  but totally shocked, Arasi  spurns him with a kick. Ravi is hurt, at this unexpected turn and  his ego ...

  Malayalam industry’s iconic actor Suraj Venjaramoodu debuts in Tamil Cinema with ‘Chiyaan 62’! Actor Suraj Venjaramoodu has been chosen to portray one of the main roles in 'Chiyaan 62'. He has received prestigious accolades such as Kerala State Award and the National Award for Best Actor.  The movie caused quite a stir with the news of having top-notch actors such as 'Chiyaan' Vikram and S.J. Suriya in the lead roles, under the direction of S. U. Arunkumar. Adding to the anticipation, Malayalam actor Suraj Venjaramoodu has been confirmed to be part of the cast, further heightening the excitement surrounding the film. It is noteworthy that his exceptional acting in acclaimed movies such as 'Android Kunjappan', 'Driving Licence', 'Jana Gana Mana' and 'The Great Indian Kitchen' has garnered admiration across the fans from all walks of life. Significantly, the actor is making his Tamil debut through this film  'Chiyaan 62', produced...

நம் தமிழ் மண்ணிலிருந்து அயல்நாட்டு பணிகளுக்காக புலம்பெயர்ந்து சென்றவர்களை உயிர்ப்புடன் வைத்திருப்பது நமது தமிழ்.. தமிழ் கலாச்சாரம்.. தமிழ் இசை ஆகியவை தான்.. அந்த வகையில் தமிழ் சினிமாவின் பாடல்களுக்கு என்று உலக அரங்கில் மிகப்பெரிய வரவேற்பு எப்போதும் உண்டு.  ஒரு பக்கம் நம் தமிழ் இசையமைப்பாளர்கள் நாடு கடந்து சென்று இசை நிகழ்ச்சிகளை நடத்தி தமிழ் சினிமாவின் மேன்மையை உயர்த்திப் பிடித்து வருகின்றனர். இன்னொரு பக்கம் அயல்நாடு வாழ் தமிழர்கள் நம் தமிழ் பாடல்களுக்கு மிகப்பெரிய அளவில் முக்கியத்துவம் கொடுத்து வருவதுடன், பலரும் தங்களைச் சிறந்த பாடகர்களாக உருவாக்கிக் கொள்ளும் முயற்சியில் தொடர்ந்து ஈடுபட்டு வருகிறார்கள். அப்படி துபாயில் வாழும் நம் தமிழ் மக்களும் இப்படி தமிழ் சினிமா இசை மீது கொண்ட காதலால் உலக சாதனை செய்யும் விதமாக பிரமிப்பூட்டும் ஒரு இசை நிகழ்ச்சியை நடத்தி ‘ஆசியா புக் ஆஃப் ரெக்கார்ட்’ஸில் இடம் பிடித்துள்ளனர். இந்த நிகழ்வில் இசையில் ஆர்வம் கொண்ட துபாய் வாழ் தமிழர்கள் ஒன்றிணைந்து தொடர்ந்து 24 மணி நேரம் ‘நான்ஸ்டாப்’பாக திரையிசைப் பாடல்களை பாடி ‘ஆசியா புக் ஆஃப் ரெக்கார்ட்’ஸில் இடம்பெற்...

 The story set in a scenic, sprawling  university campus, where Prabhu ( Arjun Das ) is a senior medical student. He is happy in this world surrounded by close friends like Gayatri ( TJ Bhanu) an activist and Rishika ( Sanchana Natarajan ) and several others.  Into his world comes fresher student Yuvraj  (Kalidas Jairam) who has a painful history with him, of when the duo were in boarding school, and who now is thirsting for revenge. Surya is a politico's daughter who is owner of the university. She wants to win the university elections at any cost, even if it means removing her ex- lover Vennila from the way to the goal post. What happens when Yuvraj finally gets an opportunity to wreak havoc in Prabhu's life? Does he get his revenge? How are all these friends' and students' lives impacted? Bejoy Nambiar has based his story on a real incident. The film has a  basic storyline but the manner in which the sceenplay moves and the narration of events ( set as chapt...

 Plot: A young woman ( Priyanka Thimmesh)lands in hospital as she runs away from an attacker in her home, and gets hits by a car.  Cut to a hospital where a man called Raghu (Srikant) takes her to his house,  after her operation and diagnosis of amnesia. A dutiful cop ( Harish Peradi) who investigates the accident, is on the trail of Raghu to find out details of the accident. Her life becomes complicated when she makes certain discoveries related to her past life,  which she has forgotten. Who is Raghu? Is he really her husband? What is the secret of her life that puts her in danger? Review: The film has an interesting plot with enough fodder for suspense and action. To this end,  the director makes sure we get ample doses of both and kudos to him for that. However, the making seems dated, with scenes and filming giving a feel  of an 80's film.   The dialogues turn inadvertantly comical after a while when Peradi keeps talking in English, along wit...

The present-day younger generation is prioritising their well-being by dedicating time for maintaining their health. Particularly, those working in the IT sector are showing a greater inclination towards visiting a gym to ensure their overall health and well-being. Notably, a comprehensive fitness center named Bratzlife Fitness Studio, which adheres to international standards, has been established and is operational on OMR Road, which is a prominent IT sector hub in Chennai.  The inaugural ceremony was graced by the presence of distinguished individuals such as Mr. K. Joshthangiah, Superintendent of Police (Economic Offences Wing Chennai), Mr. R. Mr. Riazuddin, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Tambaram City Police, Mr. Bharath, Assistant Commissioner of Police Neelangarai Range. Mr. S. Meenatchi Sundaram, Inspector of Police, Serious Crime Squad, Chennai South.  Mr. Ranjith Sub. Inspector Thuraipakan. Actor Arya also attended as the chief guest, along with various celebritie...